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Glassmaking in ancient Egypt began around 1500 BCE during the New Kingdom and was a luxury craft. Egyptians used techniques like mold casting and core-forming to create jewelry, vessels, and small figurines. They produced vibrant colors by adding metal oxides, such as blue from copper and green from iron. Glass was valued for making jewelry and luxury containers for perfumes, often associated with wealth and craftsmanship. While glass-blowing techniques were not used, ancient Egyptians excelled